Depeche Mode's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Acceptance Speeches | 2020 Induction

[@sumiosquirrel]

Just heard the news of Fletch's passing. So so SO glad he was able to celebrate this monumental milestone with everyone before he went. Rest in peace Fletch, thank you for all you've done for us as fans and for DM.

[@petemander1777]

Agreed! perfectly said!

[@coreysumner7246]

Absolutely. RIP Andy Fletcher

[@frankarie5472]

😭😭👍🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@liminalspace107]

Absolutely. What a loss :( RIP Andy

[@missmontu]

Yes! I was thinking the very same! Sadly, the RNRHOF has been far too late with getting many deserving bands inducted in. There's still many great bands from the 60's and 70's to still get inducted and many of the members have passed on. Depeche Mode is one of my favorites bands and a very unique band. Well deserved Depeche mode! R.I.P. Andy Fletcher!

[@Theodisc]

DAVE: "Music saved us". US: *Your* music saved many of us too mate. 💙

[@JulieJulieTheRockChickhermiz]

@Theodisc Absolutely 👍

[@АйанаТечинова]

🥰🥰🥰

[@jdestiny10153]

So true 😉

[@michaelkhaleel982]

DM music saved me. Congratulations lads and thanks.

[@flesh4lulu475]

It absolutely did.❤❤❤❤

[@MrBlick76]

I wonder if these guys truly understand how special their music is. There's no way they can ever understand the impact on my soul. On my heart. Rest in peace andy. You are legend!!!!!!!!

[@FlickanIDetKroktaRummet]

they are the reason the universe exists

[@brainn3057]

Fletch seemed like a great guy!

[@sharonisaac445]

Absolutely ❤

[@ryanjofre]

They couldn’t understand. Amen

[@user-vd8vk5ju3q]

I feel the same way! There's no way to express in human language how they've touched and changed me.

[@willemgroenewegen5934]

'You'd still have been stealing cars, Dave', classic Fletch.. Rest in peace lad, you were DM's tower of strength.

[@sabrinacoessens6342]

Yes indeed, he makes me laugh too. Still Steeling cars 😄😄

[@MyImmaculateQueen]

I respect Dave for acknowledging Alan Wilder's contributions which was pivotal in creating their unique sound, especially evident on Violator.

[@Luziemagick]

Shows what a decent Charakter he is even after all those years..DM is a role model how to behave when famous. There is a reason why they will be forever!!!

[@diegoez2024]

Mamador

[@markusantonio4866]

Vince Clark

[@zilaszilas7684]

Alan&Vince

[@M_Carter_]

huge respect to dave for that, although i will acknowledge that he's always been hugely complimentary of him, and out of all members alan was probably closest to him - probably the only member alan would consider a friend. martin's always been a bit uncomfortable talking about the circumstances of his departure (although ultimately recognises how important he was), and andy... well, he's always come off as a petty and resentful dick about it and likes to make it seem that alan was just bitter that he wasn't getting paid more than him

[@80sWavrDude]

Martin's smiles are like sunshine through a cloudy day.

[@markuselipka]

he looks so much better natural without that horrible black-eyes-paintings he used to wear on stage....:-)

[@hunzedu]

I would press like, but now it is 101. :DD

[@Thepomafame]

He had his teeth fixed

[@karinehoareau06]

Oui, même avant qu'il les fasse refaire, il avait déjà ce sourire solaire 😁😉 ! Yes, even before he made them fixed, he always had this solar smile 😁😉

[@stefanominetto743]

Very true 👍🏻

[@ericwoods3596]

Classy move by Dave to thank Alan and Vince. Makes me love these guys all the more after all these years.

[@basehead617]

Alan was inducted too, he just didn’t participate in the call

[@nsny25]

@@basehead617 that's a shame.

[@dudsulugulugan7639]

Without Alan Wilder, Depeche Mode is just another rock band.

[@Garylpool1]

@@basehead617 As Vince Clarke didnt

[@shadowforest5436]

Rest In Peace, dear Fletch. Thank you for being a part of the background soundtrack for many of our lives for decades. Glad you were able to experience these RRHOF induction. Rest easy, mate.

[@lulaloo]

Yes, well said. Andy Fletcher/ Depeche Mode truly has been a part of the background soundtrack for many of our lives.

[@simoharjane7823]

@@lulaloo Alan Wilder . fletch wasn't musically talented but still rip

[@guilhermepinheiro5342]

They deserved way more, like a proper ceremony, with red carpet, interviews, live performance... Damn covid

[@matiasmoulin2126]

TWO of my favourites this year! DM and NIN! Damn Covid couldn't hit a year with duller bands!

[@aiaccident]

So true

[@nirtakmeier6527]

I agree to 100%!

[@andygibson9232]

Fully agree..Hopefully they can do a belated ceremony later on...

[@mjamusicswitzerland]

You re right 👍😉🇨🇭

[@freedomfyter]

Depeche Mode influenced a whole generation of electronic music. So deserving! Congrats!

[@lummergnu]

Not only electronic music, but alternative rock in general.

[@lakama4965]

I just cannot believe they were not inducted earlier...

[@movinginstereo34]

Dave takes the lead, Martin laughs and smiles, Fletch claps his hands. They're all doing what they do best. Seeing these boys trying to Zoom absolutely made my day. Love you guys!

[@samueladams833]

DM Boomers? Nah- the Eagles are boomers. DM belongs to the generation that followed.

[@jeremycasper8686]

Martin is such a delight. His lyrics cover so many emotional topics: love, lust, passion, greed, envy, even death, heaven and hell, life, you name it, his lyrics cover a very broad palette and yet……the man is so delightful and cheery and smiling and joking in every clip I’ve seen. RIP Andy. Amazing man, and Dave you are a mountain of strength. Overcoming addictions and being a light for many to follow. Watching these guys horse around never gets old. Love DM. Very excited for the new album, Memento Mori. ✌🏼

[@engelguillermotaboada2683]

Thats true Vince Clarke, and Alan wilder are dépêche mode too. excellent Dave to mention thèm in Your speech. It make You bigger that You already are.

[@Thepomafame]

That means they are inducted too

[@karinehoareau06]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼✨

[@teppo9585]

Biggest sounds of DM were by AW so would have been unacceptable not to mention him tbh.

[@MayLily]

Dave was the member closest to Alan and I remember Dave mentioning many years ago that he should've fought harder for Alan to stay in the group, but Dave was fighting his own demons back then and Alan made his choice..

[@yoyu_g]

I love Depeche Mode 🤩 Congratulations to Dave, Martin, Andy, Alan, Vince. Thank you for all these years of good music and for being part of my life 💕

[@SvetlanaTulasi]

THE MOST BRILLIANT BAND OF ALL TIME 🖤

[@station2station544]

@1banana2kiwis I side with the girl.

[@jjmcauliffe5327]

@1banana2kiwis Her thoughts and choice, don't be a dick!!

[@anvy1231]

Yes!

[@depechebest]

Oyeessss,and Legend!!

[@Mark-nova]

Everyone in the world has to have at least one song on at least one playlist. Or if you're like me, numerous dedicated playlists of only DM material. I've bought all their material at least three times over the decades, starting with cassettes, then CD's, and now digital downloads LOL. Think about it though.

[@iamcarlosfive]

Very happy that Fletch got a chance to hold this trophy - what a legacy! What a band! They gave a soundtrack to my life... till this day. My heart breaks. RIP Andy.

[@elenastef]

A truthful, humble, funny, no b*shit, sassy speech. They were and still are so great. Honestly, most of the artists give so much fakeness when they receive these awards, it's good to see them being themselves as always

[@AbelB]

Indeed a great speech of gratitude. Smiles and laughs were soo good to hear. They rock it. Congrats!!! God bless them!

[@Balatac]

Dave Gahan lived long enough to get inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame. With all the ODs he went through to get here, props to the guy.

[@kellycol1000]

The boys definitely haven't lost their beauty, they're still as handsome as ever. They all have aged like a fine delicious wine. I absolutely love Depeche Mode and have loved them for many years now. Wonderful in every way. 😁😊💖💕🥰 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@kmirjam]

In fact David never looked as attractive as now!

[@chrisschneider850]

dave is still fine

[@oxy_lcs1484]

🥇🥇🥇👑👑👑👍👍🌟

[@JayTheLane]

Fletch and Martin look aged. Dave is de-aging 🤣

[@thedanny1998]

Andy Fletcher's death is a true loss for all the greatest fans like me, who follows this incredible band since I was a little kid. You'll be missed a lot, Fletch. 😢💔

[@rediscoveryrecords1348]

David wakes up in a leather jacket. What a cool dude

[@moneypenny1267]

He’s one of those people, doesn’t have to try . ..

[@andres7721]

Dave hair...this guy just can’t stop being so cool!!!!

[@glennoc8585]

Even.letting it grey now look good

[@lucklassen]

He is so fucking cool for sure!

[@RalfWetzel]

Yes, he`s looking great!

[@jadeduh4555]

I'm not gay or anything but ide dump my boyfriend for him...... 🤔? 🤭

[@stellanoir2512]

Life without Depeche Mode would be a mistake!

[@nickbitz2961]

Hats off m Stella, you describe my thoughts in one phrase

[@NameName-xk8ov]

Depeche Mode have become a part of my soul. A lot of respect to Dave for mentioning past band members and for not forgetting them. It was heartwarming. Thanks Dave. Thanks Alan for everything you did for Depeche Mode. Congratulations guys, I love you.

[@setatempa]

😍😍😍😍поддерживаю

[@sugadimin4511]

The Cure have become a part of my soul! Gotta see them for the first time in Seattle, Washington this year. But I’ll start listening to Depeche Mode too. I’ve heard nothing but great things about this band!.

[@lualderete904]

I can't even start to explain how much I love Martin. Martin is the soul of Depeche Mode 🙌🏻

[@joaquinc1786]

I love you then

[@contemporarypsychoanalysis]

Martin is the soul of music! 🎶

[@SmokinBuddha]

I remember Martin 1st solo album, love it!!

[@katiemurray735]

You are correct! Martin Gore is a god....well they all are 🖤🖤🖤

[@Carmen-in5ke]

You are so right! I love his lyrics..and when he sings songs..💜

[@PNWdude777]

Wow, Depeche Mode has and still is part of the musical soundtrack to my life.. so glad I saw the Global Spirit Tour. RIP Andrew Fletcher

[@Pango5697]

Classy of Dave to give kudos to Vince Clarke and Alan Wilder. Glad for Fletch to receive this honor before he passed😊

[@MrakodrapSK]

Without alan they wouldnt be where they are for sure

[@InfraRedLight]

@MrakodrapSK Jen doufám, že si to chlapi dobře uvědomují. Dave jako správný gentleman ho sice zmínil spolu s Vincem (aby učinil dobrým způsobům zadost), ale zjevně Alana ani moc nepřemlouvali, aby se k nim přidal na ten slavnostní proslov…

[@foxygirl1977]

This is bittersweet now. We miss you, Fletch. I’m glad that you were able to see this happen in your lifetime.

[@bellscb_23]

I'm so glad all three were able to celebrate the achievement together. Fletcher will surely be missed 😢

[@te7646]

Enjoy the Silence, World in My eyes, Halo, Clean, Dangerous, its no good........................and many many songs that I forgot the titles to but would start singing along as soon as the song is played . This was my brother's favorite band, he passed away 4 years ago and EVERYTIME I play one of their songs in my car, I'm suddenly transported back In time when he used to play their songs while I'm in the car with him. Always missed and never forgotten.

[@noonetime8478]

Its heart breaking to see Depeche Mode accept their induction to the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame this way. But very happy as well because they simply deserve to be inducted.

[@Underfighter73]

Totally agree!

[@maxrav1831]

Lol they're not even rock n roll just one of the many insipid new wave trash from the eighties. What a farce

[@Underfighter73]

@@maxrav1831 you don't have to be a rock band to get inducted in RRHOF. There's a lot of pop artists in there

[@pythonprogrammer7354]

@@maxrav1831 Max, may you find peace and happiness in your life one day. There was no need to trash someone cause you don't like them or their music. We all have different tastes for music, food, sports and what not. Hope you're doing good m8.

[@Fotodante]

Maybe in a RRHOF anniversary concert they could perform.

[@starfox7673]

I still can't believe Fletcher passed away. It was out of nowhere. At least he had the chance to enjoy the induction. Godspeed Andy!

[@secretgarden3555]

60 is to early, but heaven has got now a wonderful musician. RIP, you will be remembered by many.

[@mauryknows200]

It really is so sad. Sooooo many people are dying suddenly lately from those poison shots!!

[@danielthommen8243]

@@mauryknows200 You got that one right... Sad that no one seems to put 1 and 1 together...

[@mauryknows200]

@@danielthommen8243 It’s so obvious! My sweet and smart 18yr old triple vaxxed niece has been in and out of the hospital for the past 3 weeks for circulation problems and she had 2 surgeries for 2 different blood clots!!!

[@fastica]

@@mauryknows200 Yeah, sure, before the vaccine no 60 years old ever died of a heart attack. Hell, even my 56 years old neighbor died suddenly from a heart attack in 2019.

[@MrRsmit113]

genuine dudes. You can tell after all those years they still can get along as friends

[@pythonprogrammer7354]

You are so right. Wished more people were like this. This world would be a better place. Thank's for your comment.

[@moneypenny1267]

Love their natural chemistry and Dave - wow still gorgeous.

[@MrBerlioz1973]

Господи, какой же я старый! Парни, держитесь там. Здоровья Вам! Радуйте нас своей музыкой еще полвека минимум!

[@borisesakia779]

Ты один кто написал по Русски ,я согласен с тобой это должно длится вечно.Привет из Грузии...

[@mizginavale22]

Well deserved gentlemen! Your music has touched millions of us and in every corner of this planet, there is someone who is a total DM devotee. Why is that? Because your music is so unique and the lyrics of your songs are so powerful. Through every decade since the 80's, you have taken us on a journey of emotions. You have been the soundtrack of our lives. I can probably speak for everyone who is your fan that the moment we hear one of your songs, we are taken in, everything around us stops and we are one with the song. Through time, you have evolved into a better version of yourselves. David's voice is more resonant, Martin's lyrics continue to move the soul and Fletch is the backbone that keeps things in balance. You have maintained your musical integrity and you have delivered in every of one of your albums. You had me at "Speak & Spell" all the way to "Spirit". For as long as you tour, I will be there, singing every lyric to every song. Congratulations !!!

[@mmdehnmm]

Very well spoken!

[@jettav88]

Perfect!

[@pappgera]

I am so happy to watch this. They are so funny that they look more like friends than a really famous band. Rest in Peace Fletch!🖤

[@eldartop1634]

Glad that they mentioned Vince, Alan, Daniel Miller, Mute Records, and others.

[@horaciosalazargomez9488]

Absolutely agree! It speaks so well about them, in my opinion. I love them, though!

[@hippriest9448]

@Aaron Soto Aguero Alan Wilder deserves it way ahead of of Vince Clarke

[@eldartop1634]

@@hippriest9448 You probably right. They should’ve invited Alan.

[@dankershaw8388]

I thought exactly the same

[@bandit600kult]

And Christian Aigner who brings the programmed rhythm to life

[@kitkatwoman3753]

Congratulations guys. My brother passed away a week ago and he was a Big DM fan!!! Some of his favorite albums were Violator Songs of Faith and Devotion Ultra black celebration and many more... Keep playing in his memory 😊😊😊

[@carlwilliams9624]

Sorry to hear that , may he RIP

[@tarynbrent1]

Hey, came to the comments to see all the love Fletch and of course DM were getting. God bless your brother, you and the rest of your family. ❤️🙏🏽

[@nalie1361]

So many years, I listen to depeche mode... it is like the soundtrack of my life. Thanks a lot

[@glennoc8585]

So sad I can't believe it. I thought Andy would be the last to go. Andy was the grounded guy that held the band together with his funny impromptu clapping. Thanks Andy you'll be sadly missed.

[@catsanfilippo7149]

Dave, you keep getting hotter and hotter as each year passes. I sure hope to see you all in concert again. I was introduced to your music in the early 90's when i went to a concert that a friend had dragged me to. And ever since then, I have been a devoted fan. I had to buy all the albums to get me up to speed. Went to every local concert then. I even went solo when you were touring solo. Personally one of my favorite concerts since i got to be right in front. Congrats on making it to the rock and roll hall of fame, long time coming and well deserved to each of you.

[@dennischua1545]

I love you cat

[@giusy.cancelliere]

@Dave Gahan love you, God bless you ! DM is my religion

[@user-pn9po6bc3v]

@@giusy.cancelliere It’s not really Dave lol

[@giusy.cancelliere]

@Dave Gahan happy birthday Dave

[@giusy.cancelliere]

@Dave Gahan you are hotter than ever

[@katiemurray735]

I'm 38 years old. My older sister (10 years older than me) is my influence for my love of music.....especially Depeche Mode. She was the first one to take me to one of their shows. I was 16. I held my chest and cried during their WHOLE epic performance 🤣🤣🤣 10 years down the road....I see them again. Reacted the same way! Cried like a baby. My love for Depeche Mode goes way above and beyond my love for music. You guys are the best and will always be a huge part of me. I'm an addict (clean for 10 years). I'm also bipolar 1 and I tend to get in deep deep depression. You guys always pull me out of that. You deserve this more than anyone out there. I love you and will always have never ending appreciation for you as people and as musicians. Thank you from the bottom of my heart 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@illiamdeebe7579]

I remember sneaking into my older brother's room in the basement to use his stereo when he was out one night. I hadn't really formed my musical tastes yet, pretty much listened to his stuff (zeppelin, black sabbath, the Who). I was sweeping the dial and came upon the chorus of Blasphemous Rumours on CFNY 102.1 (Toronto). I was transfixed. I had no idea who was singing, but it formed the bedrock of my obsession with the genre. Thank you for putting your soul into mechanical music and making something new for so many years. We love you.

[@1daughter1son]

Toronto represent! 🍁

[@lisamac2772]

CFNY played music you couldnt find anywhere else, in their form now the station isn't as exciting.

[@harryfromwork]

CFNY FTW.....shame what happened to it though...

[@djkenny1202]

Radio is Shite, now. How I miss pre 92 Alternative Radio!

[@turk223]

Dave is just as charming as I would have imagined.

[@shadowforest5436]

Congrats to a band that has been a significant part of my musical life since the 1980s, blending darkly romantic lyrics and electronic soundscapes that very few other bands of their genre could match. I love seeing the camaraderie among this trio. If they have another album in them, would love to see Alan Wilder come back in some capacity (either full member or producer), but perhaps that ship has long sailed. Anyhow, kudos to one of the greats.

[@justalittleguywithsomeproz1162]

i love how old all of them are, it shows in how they talk over one another very cutely and Fletch clapping and showing off their trophy, it's very wholesome

[@Urko2005]

We all get old :( but when you are old (im 56) so muchhhhhhh knowledge and history in your head, it just isnt there at 20.

[@davidparada1307]

Depeche Mode are my personal heroes. Been a fan since “Everything Counts” and they kept me going through high school. I stood in line in LA on March 13, 1990 to meet them for the release of “Violators” only to have it ruined by a insane lawless crowd. However, I loved their World Violator Tour later that summer. I’ve seen these guys 6 times and they never fail to impress. Dob’t stop the music lads. It would’ve nice to see Vince and Alan there too. At least Dave recognized their contributions to their achievements! Brilliant!

[@antonyhudson5029]

Fan since DREAMING OF ME/ice machine. Everything Counts video is great look at Dave's face he's really into it

[@zwergvision]

Coulden t say it better , thx .

[@bratsbaby]

I was there too! It was so crazy

[@Voteblue2026]

I was one of those in line that day!!!

[@davidparada1307]

@@bratsbaby Remember when LAPD came out in riot gear? Scared the hell outta me.

[@robt9374]

You guys were in my ears my whole teenage years and still in them 30 years later , a belated Congratulations, just a heartfelt Thank You

[@viktoran8486]

Эх Депеш Мод мое детство моя молодость .как же я Вас люблю и обнимаю.

[@ОльгаРешетникова-у2ъ]

Они классные, классные все Вместе,!

[@lenagladkova4433]

Это не детство!!! Они на протяжении долгих лет с нами! И дай Бог им здоровья!

[@Luvie1980]

Fletcher’s house has a nice interior.

[@offworldnetwork]

That ceiling light is beyond cool

[@viol8r]

Amazing the payoff for just clapping your hands and eating bananas. Jk love DM

[@isdjan]

Fletcher's hotel has nice suites, I'd rather assume :)

[@M.1607-h9n]

Hotel ?

[@Luvie1980]

@@M.1607-h9n exactly. I believe he’s at his home in London

[@barryclaydon9911]

To think I use to watch these lads back in the late 70s in small clubs round Essex preforming to a live audience of about 100 people. Well done lads. Well deserved 👏

[@moiscotv]

I love the fact that they thanked and credited Vince Clarke and Alan Wilder, even still saying they are apart of the DM family and history...that was very nice of Dave to say that.

[@raiderpdog]

Well deserved. A band that no one way back when, (even themselves, probably) would have pictured in that moment. They are the underdogs and outsiders who persevered, survived and thrived, and never strayed from their vision. An awesome catalogue of great albums, songs and sounds. Quality control. True masters of electronics. Thanks, boys for all the great memories you have given me and my friends in our lives.

[@patobantan420]

Definitely. They were always outsiders. Never were in the mainstream, even as big as they were. Always underrated and hugely influential. Was way overdue

[@tbraysfan2008]

RIP Andy "Fletch" Fletcher!! Legend. Definitely be missed.

[@rosesofonyx747]

So so glad there was an mention to Alan !! ❤ Love and miss you Alan

[@spootnik00]

So glad that Fletch was able to live long enough to see this day RIP 🌹

[@mmdehnmm]

Depeche mode the soundtrack to my life and I'm sure many others!!! Thank you so much for your contribution to the music world! Well deserved!!! Congratulations boys!!! Love you all !!!

[@deceiver444]

Extra special thanx to Alan Wilder for contributing to shaping the unique sonic landscapes that set DM apart of the pack.

[@SrDrakkula]

Abso-Fckng-Lutely My Friend !!!!!!!!

[@tavi1814]

Don’t forget about Vince Clarke...

[@JaveDMode]

@@tavi1814 Yes! Thanks to Vince for leaving the band!

[@amalierose944]

Exactly! Their thanks to him wasn’t big enough.

[@johnycrocket3744]

Agreed. Vince molded the DM sound and Alan took it from there and sculpted a fucking masterpiece out of it.....still not sure what was or is Fletch's contribution to the band, but happy to see he was the most excited and enthusiastic about the award Lol

[@diegodm4844]

20 years late, but hey, at the end, they were recognized and that's the most important thing

[@jackdenmark6116]

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[@pilgrimomega]

Thanks for everything, Fletch, it was probably you more than anything else that got the band to this point. xo

[@salozmen29]

Alan Wilder was always the hidden gem in that band. His musicianship skills, his great backing vocals. There was nothing the guy couldn't do. Their music just wasn't the same after his departure.

[@modeduran9819]

true

[@johnorjefftroutman3996]

As much as I do think they went on to make some great music later, that they stopped taking production credits for their albums after Wilder left is telling.

[@dcny69]

Absolutely.

[@user-tb5ns7hc5i]

I agree. Like a high performance engine missing a cylinder or two. Still goes, but doesn’t rev to its full potential.

[@canadude6401]

Home from "Ultra" has become one of my favorite post-Wilder tracks. Martin is fantastic.

[@theycallmemaldo]

Martin’s laugh is the best feature in interviews and documentaries 😂🤣

[@francescocatanese8719]

I love Depeche Mode....congratulations.....thank you for all these years of good music and for being part of my life.....from Italy with love

[@glennoc8585]

Martin was very shy in the early years but when he spoke he surprised with a deep east end accent.not what you'd expect.

[@samisilander9305]

@@glennoc8585 And nice teeth.

[@mikeluvrs]

in one of the old videos (I think it's Strange Love) he cracks a great looking smile

[@karinehoareau06]

Son sourire et un soleil ☀️😁

[@Montrealac]

Dear Depeche Mode, I traveled far to see my first live DM concert, it was during your World Violation Tour 1990. I was 17 years old, I had no ticket in my hands, couldn’t buy ahead of time, same for a ticket in front of the arena, as nobody wanted to sell (also no internet back then). I was desperate, sad to travel thousands kilometres, being so close and not being able to get that golden piece of paper. However, out of nowhere, some guy approached me and asked if I wanted to distribute DM merchandise leaflets inside of the arena up to the very start of concert after which he would give me a special pass for a concert. I did my part and merch guy gave me a special yellow rounded sticker tag, with which I was able to get almost anywhere in the arena and enjoy your concert. What a turn of events. Dear DM, congratulations and simply Thank you, thank you for your music. Love

[@luvacav]

Congratulations God smiled on you that day

[@missparsley3202]

I love how they stayed so down to earth. Beautiful. R.I.P. Fletch.

[@b.deanslife]

I was bought “speak and spell” along with “dare” by the human league for Christmas in 1981 for my Walkman and I wore them out. Loved DM ever since. Congrats to you all.

[@angoethomsen2315]

Don't forget in 1981 Heaven 17 and their Debut Album "Penthouse and Pavment" .😉🙂

[@Denmark_1974]

Congratulations. A little late, but everything counts.

[@Zaslavska]

DM лучшие!!!

[@Fisk3R]

In large amounts

[@pammaggio8135]

@@Fisk3R 😂🤣😂.... I started singing the same lyric ! 😂😂😂

[@wesna213]

Never late for anything 😛

[@Luziemagick]

Yes!

[@callactm14]

Best clapper in rock music ,congrats fletcher

[@eat_pray_porg8450]

Rest In Peace, Andy Fletcher. My deepest condolences to his family, the band, and to all of his family, friends and fans out there. His contributions are just part of the DM legacy and ultimately the legacy of modern music.

[@nirtakmeier6527]

Martin's laugh.... As always so funny 😅😂 And they are really still sooooooo handsome, good looking men 💘🖤🖤🖤

[@irisioannou2763]

DEPECHE MODE TOTALLY DESERVE THIS!!!!!! AMAZING ARTISTS!!!

[@nets3154]

RIP Andy! thank you for helping to make Depeche Mode so awesome!

[@d-studio.productions]

Rip Fletch. A brilliant musician, that will be missed.

[@Дарвин-е7к]

Плохо понимаю английский но Великие Депиши со мной с 1989 года. Спасибо мужчины от всей души я вас люблю. Вы Великие на веки...

[@IHeartNoise]

В основном шутки...

[@mandarinka4212]

А я вот ни хрена не понял но очень интересно слушал до конца .

[@GABRIEL22GAYDENAK]

В Ю-тьюбе есть функция перевода) В настройках. Прямо на экране видео справа внизу нажмите на шестерёнку)

[@СаулеНургалиева-ъ5ъ]

@@GABRIEL22GAYDENAK только английский язык, русского нет

[@ОтеЦпапыКарлО-ы5ю]

Да по губам всё понятно !

[@user-tb5ns7hc5i]

DM has been creatively pushing boundaries, driving music culture, and been so continually artistically relevant for so long... Well deserved and long overdue. Geniuses all of them. Glad they acknowledged and thanked Wilder - I don’t know if they would have had the momentum to reach their high water mark without him.

[@Javas_Dream]

Depeche Mode was the most awesome band with the most original sound in the early-mid 90’s!! I so loved Violator!! Congrats to you all, so well deserved!

[@sabrina830]

Dave is still handsome, time is generous with him. I know the band thanks to my mom, and today I can't stop listening to their songs.

[@foxygirl1977]

It would have been nice to see Vince and Alan joining them in this video chat. It would have made my year, believe me.

[@clanssystallone4845]

Muchas felicidades,Depeche Mode, finalmente el reconocimiento.4 Décadas cantando y bailando al ritmo de uds.Nuevamente gracias por ser compañeros de vida musicalmente.Larga vida a Depeche Mode.Un afectuoso abrazo desde Ciudad de México.Y que sigan los éxitos

[@stiofandundealgan1280]

This great band deserve so much that acknowledgement ; a big thought for Alan Wilder and his sound ; we have been missing you for 25 years ; thanks a lot for your huge contribution in the band

[@gonzza35]

I was starting listening you guys when i was young boy 12-15 years old,always was with electronic music, now im 47 and i still listening you,i have all your albums and cant imagine my music collection without you,thank you for your hard work and huge impact in my life,R.I.P Flatch...🙏

[@Syria-fz1rl]

Best legendary band in the world, their story is incredible.

[@inmaabolafia9534]

Felicidades!!! Por fin un reconocimiento a esas 4 décadas imparables, no sólo escuchando vuestra música sino también siendo partícipes en la vida de nosotros sin daros cuenta. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

[@davvlozz7648]

La banda de Electro-Pop más Dark-Gothic-Heavy & Rocker de toda la historia.

[@cinthyabrito3458]

Felicitaciones Depreche Mode merecido homenaje ..la mejor banda del mundo..30 años de alegrarme con su música y vídeos .. Los amo por siempre.

[@HigherLove]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!, We so proud of you!!, Depeche Mode we love you!!, receive all our love from México 🤘🏻🎸🥳

[@jennyolsson4040]

Whenever I feel down or having a bad day I watch this clip. Love the spirit among them, the tongue-in-cheek sense of humour. Plus the lovely Essex-accent. Thx for all that you give us fans 😍❤️

[@DoroteoVilla]

Would loved to have seen Alan Wilder and especially, Vince Clarke. Where has the time gone?

[@rbrtck]

Vince had already said that he wouldn't take the stage with the band (had everything been normal), even though he was inducted with them and presumably had every right to. He said that he was only with them for a short time, meaning that he is being given too much credit. Of course he's right in a way, but I think considering all points and the big picture, DM would never have existed or gotten anywhere without him. Ideally, in my mind, Vince would have performed one of the songs he wrote with the band, but that was never going to happen anyway since it would be too embarrassing for him, I think, since he had left the band before long. As for Alan, he probably didn't show for similar reasons. Although obviously he was with DM for their most important albums and years, they are still a going concern, and have been together a lot longer without him than with him. But still, I personally think that ideally all five of them would have been on stage, or given COVID-19, part of this Zoom call. Then again, if I were Vince or Alan, I might not feel right about it, myself. I'm glad they both got a shout-out and thank you from the band, at least.

[@glennoc8585]

Still.time for Alan to come back.to DM if they chose that.

[@franciscojavierespinozaama8904]

Congratulations DM!!.. I'm fan since 1986..

[@modeduran9819]

alan wilder is the key to dm.those 3 clown doesn't deserve that,fletch should be ashamed of not doing anything for 40 years in dm

[@CBelindaSG]

Así es Alan Wilder debió estar también 😭

[@Eugenestube]

I wish I could give back a even a small % of the joy your music brought me. For nearly 40 yrs, how could we be so blessed. RIP Fletch.

[@RobyB__]

Depeche Mode... simply THE BEST.

[@ddelaney712]

Huge shout-out to so many people who genuinely helped establish Depeche Mode. From the early fans who pushed the band to the next gig. The unsung hero's. Thank you Dave, Fletch, and Martin, Alan, and that first songwriter Vince. It's these five guys who created something amazing. And the background of my life. Congratulations and thank you Depeche Mode, it's well deserved.

[@Debagio]

One must not forget Mr Daniel Miller of Mute Records, who originally signed them. ♥️

[@brainn3057]

RIP Fletch! Seems like a genuinely nice guy. A very talented group with some great music.

[@frank534]

Wow Dave bedankt sich bei Vince und Alan. Das ist echt großartig. Und nochmal Danke das ihr mich durch meine ganze Jugend begleitet habt und für eure tolle Musik ❗🖤🌹

[@augustsustinoha3654]

Depeche Mode is lifelong love. A music group that has influenced several generations of listeners. They are all great,but Martin Gore is a phenomenal composer. Thank you so much

[@ПетренкоСергей-ы8т]

Боже..как Я рад видеть этих "людей" иЯ доволен что живу с Ними дай Бог Вам здоровья Я очень Вас Люблююююю

[@motomaniak1964]

У меня Мартин любимый.

[@siluetadepolvo]

One can't possibly love these lads more. What a legendary musical society.

[@Awardance]

I'm still in disbelief 🥲 How sad is the passing of Andy. DM is one of my favorite groups, this coming from a metal head. Always awesomeness coming from those brilliant minds

[@gabrieljohannson6777]

Overdue by 10 years....at least. Great effort to all the members of Depeche Mode. Simply one of the best 5 bands to come out of England in the past 40 years.

[@guidoherrera6544]

Ídolos banda de los 80' y siguen girando. Felicitaciones. Saludos desde Argentina.

[@Tommass79]

These guys affected my life profoundly....pretty sure lm not the only one.

[@crashedpixelatedgames1814]

Rest in Peace to the keyboardist Andy Fletcher have just died yesterday. Our deepest condolences towards the family members and to Depeche Mode active members.